February 8, 2016 at 7:30 PM - BOARD OF EDUCATION-REGULAR MEETING

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Discussion:  Amended the Special meeting minutes Finance Committee Lunch fund operating on near break even, budget categories are in line.

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Discussion:  Bill Zwiebel informed superintendent that Van 2 door locks while bus is running. Mr. Sherwood will have van looked at.

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Discussion:  Josh discussed the George Calvert Memorial Meet and informed the board that it would be held here instead of Mitchell this year. He also told the Board that there are currently discussions with Mitchell to support each other in hosting meets. Mr. Guerue discussed the need for a $7000.00 timing system because Kimball Public Schools now has the WTC timing system as Kimball employs the WTC secretary. He added there is a possibility to work with Mitchell in sharing costs or possibly we could charge other schools to rent it in order to offset cost. Next year would be a good time to do this as we will have good facilities and a very nice track. We could charge more for entry fees for track meets. Weight room floor from booster club may have to wait due to previous booster club commitments. Mr. Guerue presented potential banners for home and away spectators adding that the Guerues would be willing to donate money for banners. The winter sports season is winding down and we will be giving 75 shirts to elementary and Jr. High students and boosters who attend Thursday’s game. Mr. Sherwood advised Mr. Guerue and the Board that the Pole Vault mats were in serious need of repair. Upon checking costs and repairs it was discovered that repairs would not work due to new requirements making our mats out of compliance a refurbished mat would be 6000.00 as opposed to a new mat at 14,000.00. Mr. Guerue will check on the compliance issues and pricing options.

Discussion:  Discussion: -See Attachemnts Electronic submission-Mr. Peacock was not present as he was attending an Infinite Campus workshop. Mr. Sherwood covered highlights of the report. Mr. Sherwood pointed out that this is the 2nd time in 3 years that there have been problems at the State level with the NESA writing testing. Mr. Sherwood briefly described the Odyssey program to the Board and asked them to look at the information for the next meeting. Dr. Guerue asked where Mr. Peacock had obtained the information and Mr. Sherwood discussed his experience with the program. Mr. Hessler asked how this might fit with the web based curriculum and stated that he would be interested in more information.

Discussion:  Mrs. Homan discussed her report-See attached report. Mr. Sherwood shared the Lion cub Preschool open house with Mrs. Homan.

Discussion:  Mr. Sherwood discussed video production and advertising proposals. Annual Report will be mailed this Wednesday using USPS Every Door Direct for less cost than renewing our Bulk Mail registration. Prior to March 15th we will advertise our Open House and a mailing will be included with Annual Report. The Teacher leader group met and helped design the open house. Mr. Sherwood has conducted Administrative evaluations and will conduct classified evaluations next month. Mr. Sherwood also applauded Mrs. Homan on all her hard work in preparing the Grant Application. There are currently 16 candidates who have applied for open positions and suggested students design the new Farm to Table Beef donation banner through an art contest. Mr. Sherwood discussed the Teammate program noting that he had visited with Maurie Deines the Scotts Bluff County Teammates coordinator. During their meeting it was discovered that all that is needed to participate are mentors. Mr. Sherwood has already circulated applications for mentors and asked if anyone was interested to get an application.

Discussion:  TERELIP-Negotiated Agreement-see attachments. Mrs. Wilson, Ms. Schuler and Ms. Waite signed the agreements for the Certified Staff and presented to Board who signed the agreements.

Discussion:  Discussion: Mr. Sherwood shared Mr. Ostdiek’s (attorney) opinion regarding the proposed contract. Mr. Sherwood suggested that a member of the board meet with the attorney to possibly negotiate before approving the contract as presented. The board decided to let the attorney negotiate with Paul Reed Construction. Mr. Hessler asked that Mr. Sherwood get a definition of “General Contractor” and “Construction Manager”. Mr. Guerue and the board then discussed some of the terminology in the contract. Mr. Hessler also asked to clarify payment arrangements. Board decided to table until the attorney can negotiate some terms. There may be a special meeting after the negotiations in order to expedite moving forward.

Discussion:  Mrs. Homan discussed her proposal. The grant would be 82,000 for the first 3 years and there are several potential partners including the Village, the Library among others.

Discussion:  Mr. Sherwood read Ms. Steele's resignation letter to the board recommending acceptance of resignation. The board accepted her resignation, thanking her for her many years of service.

Discussion:  Discussion: Mr Sherwood asked the board for direction regarding advertising for possible open positions next and to consider what options that The District may want to explore with regards to curriculum and District goals. He suggested several alternatives such as two music and/or PE staff as well as possible additional AG staff. Mr Sherwood also pointed out that with the amount of changes that are currently occurring and with the new Pre School being planned for 2017 consideration for additional AG staff with leadership qualities might be an option if the District were to move forward on the AG program and facility expansion. Further discussion included possibly considering ½ time staff and possibly. The board was informed that currently the elementary classes only have PE and Music two days per week. After the discussion The Board came to a consensus and directed the Superintendent to advertise for both Music and PE positions.

Discussion:  Mr Sherwood recommended to approve policy.

Discussion:  Mr. Sherwood informed the board that he had visited with Mr. Peacock regarding the changes and Mr. Peacock supported the proposed changes. He also briefly outlined those changes and recommended approval of policy as presented

Discussion:  Mr Sherwood outlined changes to policy as suggested by the attorney and discussed possible bathroom/dressing accommodations.

Discussion:  Meeting adjourned at 9:39 PM